Early-Career Structural Engineer

Kilnbridge
HQ – Canning Town
Kilnbridge Design Engineering

About Kilnbridge

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic engineering, construction and infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of a structure - design, build, adapt, repair and protect - delivered by four specialist operational businesses that combine seamlessly as One Kilnbridge to meet any project’s needs.

We are purpose led, focused on building a sustainable and resilient future for the UK, with a reputation for technical excellence, safety and quality built over 35 years. As an employee-owned business, our people are at the heart of everything we do - empowered to contribute, innovate and help shape our continued success.

Join our Design and Engineering team as an Early-Career Structural Engineer, supporting the delivery of major projects across infrastructure and the built environment. You’ll contribute to design from concept to construction while developing practical, buildable solutions alongside experienced engineers.

What you’ll do

· Support structural design and analysis for complex permanent-works projects

· Assist with structural modelling, calculations and technical assessments

· Produce engineering drawings, reports and design documentation

· Contribute to concept development and detailed design stages

· Ensure compliance with Eurocodes and relevant UK standards

· Collaborate with engineers, project teams and other disciplines

· Gain exposure to site and fabrication environments to support design development

· Assist in identifying and solving engineering challenges

· Contribute to quality assurance and continuous improvement processes

What you’ll need

· Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent)

· Up to 2–3 years’ relevant experience (graduates also encouraged to apply)

· Understanding of structural design principles and Eurocodes

· Familiarity with software such as IdeaStatica, Tekla Structural Designer or Tedds (desirable)

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Ability to produce clear and accurate technical work

· Good communication skills and a collaborative approach

· Motivation to work towards ICE or IStructE chartership

Why Kilnbridge?

With major projects delivered across the UK - from national infrastructure to clean energy, buildings and complex structural works - Kilnbridge offers the opportunity to work on schemes that leave a lasting legacy on the built environment. With a UK network of offices from London to Runcorn to Lisburn, we are a trusted partner in some of the most highly regulated, constrained and demanding environments.

We are proud to be an employee-owned organisation where every colleague has a real stake in our success and a voice in how we grow. Our culture is shaped by four core values - Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence - which guide how we work and support one another every day.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Kilnbridge is an equal opportunities employer and a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage applicants who may require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or marital status.